MERLIN ARROW (IMO 9155303)
MERLIN ARROW is a General Cargo Ship built in 1999 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 55,497 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 36,008, and a length overall of 199.7 metres. This size and configuration are typical for general cargo carriers engaged in diverse global trade routes.
The vessel's classification notation includes General cargo carrier, Container, Crane, E0, HA(+), HC(E), and LCS(I, S). Recent observation data places the vessel in East Asia and along the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 13 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 259705000
- Call sign: LAMG7
- Gross tonnage: 36008
- Deadweight: 55497 t
- Length overall: 199.7 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: BERGEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 95 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 31/05/2024, Fraser-Surrey Docks (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/07/2026
- Registered owner: GEARBULK SHIPOWNING AS (Norway)
- Ship manager: G2 OCEAN AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: GEARBULK NORWAY AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 31°55.5′N · 120°13.9′E · Speed 10.1 kn
- Destination: Jiangyin (CN JGY) · ETA 2026-09-09T01:44:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MERLIN ARROW?
The vessel has a length overall of 199.7 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It is designed to operate with a maximum draught of 13.5 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of MERLIN ARROW?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 55,497 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 36,008.
Where has MERLIN ARROW been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and along the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 23 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 July 2026. All-time records show 95 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 31 May 2024.
Who built the MERLIN ARROW?
The vessel was built by Dalian New Shipyard in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
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